1985 Maserati 420 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Maserati 420 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 53 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Maserati 420 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | 420 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |